Category: Arts & Culture

When Travel Blocks Your Creativity & 8 Steps to Fix It

When Travel Blocks Your Creativity & 8 Steps to Fix It

| March 31, 2013 | Reply

For any artist who has had to move or archive their work, it can be a time-consuming and tedious task. It can also make you an anxiety-ridden, grumpy cow… ok, just me then. But in the latter part of 2012 I had to pack all of my art works in preparation for permanent travel.   [...]

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Ever-Evolving Street Art

Ever-Evolving Street Art

| November 25, 2012 | Reply

Street art brings communities together, benefiting all inhabitants. It provides an opportunity for artists to beautify their township; it intrigues visitors and instils a sense of pride within its’ citizens. The suburb of Cleveland is fortunate to be home to a unique Art Walk that brings attention to the area’s ecological characteristics of water, bay [...]

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Best Free Art & Photo Apps for Android

Best Free Art & Photo Apps for Android

| November 11, 2012 | Reply

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I am a big Instagram fan but find the selection of photographic effects limited. So I downloaded and tested 25 art/photo/collage apps to see if any of the free ones provide a decent range of manipulation tools… without handing over any money.   For those of you that aren’t in the i-crowd, here are my [...]

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Inside an Artist’s Carry-On

Inside an Artist’s Carry-On

| October 31, 2012 | Reply

  I will be the first to admit I am frustratingly indecisive. When it comes to selecting art materials to take on my travels, I am no different. Countless hours are poured over information, images, and recommendations before I am satisfied with my choices. Trial and error has brought me to my final list of [...]

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A Guitar Speaks Every Language – an interview with musician Rob Knowles

A Guitar Speaks Every Language – an interview with musician Rob Knowles

| October 12, 2012 | Reply

Meeting Rob Knowles was one of those completely random occurrences that resulted in a much-valued friendship and off-and-on artistic collaboration.   I often refer to writing as painting with words, my paintbrush now a laptop keyboard. If that has any element of truth then Rob’s music is most definitely painting with notes; an auditory artwork [...]

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The ‘Art Village’ of Moreton Bay

The ‘Art Village’ of Moreton Bay

| September 9, 2012 | Reply

‘We don’t need any more bloody firewood, thank you,’ grumbled my Dad, verbally egging Ted Upton, the artist Craig and I had just spent the last hour with.     Let the truth be known, Dad himself owns one of his works and has it placed centrally in his home on Macleay Island, located off [...]

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Thai Arts Reborn: From the Traditional to Contemporary

Thai Arts Reborn: From the Traditional to Contemporary

| August 11, 2012 | Reply

It’s a fact: You never feel like you’ve quite got enough time when you’re taking in, exploring and experiencing a new culture. The diverse metropolis of Bangkok is alive with exotic architecture, open spaces, monuments, art galleries, historical sites, museums and public parks, all waiting to be explored. For those who seek a more meaningful [...]

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See – Stay – Do: Bangkok

See – Stay – Do: Bangkok

| July 31, 2012 | Reply

Looking for a slightly different Bangkok experience? Here are our top budget picks in & around Banglamphu district. BANGKOK – See The Queen’s Gallery is a beautiful, modern building housing contemporary Thai artworks. Entry is around the 30 Baht mark (that’s AU$1-2) and showcase travelling exhibits at no extra cost. Great place to enjoy some [...]

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Bringing Out Your Creative Side on the Gold Coast

Bringing Out Your Creative Side on the Gold Coast

| May 20, 2012 | Reply

At first glance the Gold Coast can appear as the tackiest tourist trap on the east coast of Australia.  The overbearing hotel high-rise buildings and the cheesy second-rate amusement parks can leave the anyone asking – why bother?

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